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Percussion Lesson Reviews from Students

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Review by Nick

"Kevin is a fantastic instructor!

I have been taking private lessons from Kevin for two years now as we'll as receiving instruction in Band for the last t

hree years. Kevin not only is an incredible percussionist himself, but he has a knack for being able to convey ideas to students that they can understand. New and better approaches to teaching rhythm, personalized lesson planning to suit a student's needs, and a vast knowledge of music from years of professional experience are just a few things that Kevin brings to the table. If you're looking for a percussion instructor, I would highly recommend Kevin as your first choice!"

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Minneapolis, MN teacher:
Kevin F.

Review by John

"Passionate teacher

I have enjoyed taking conga drum lessons from Edgardo the last few months. Edgardo brings many years of professional experience, atten

tion to detail, vast amounts of patience, and a lively sense of humor to each lesson. He concentrates on the fundamentals while still making the lessons fun. Also Edgardo conveys the history of the instrument and the music as we tackle new rhythms. His passion for the instrument and teaching clearly show. I look forward to making a lot of progress on the conga drum this year with Edgardo's help."

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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Edgardo C.

Review by Beth

"Excellent Teacher

Edgardo not only gives instruction on the technical aspects of playing congas and other percussion instruments, he teaches us about the

history and culture of the Latin American music world. Lessons with Edgardo are always inspirational and fun."

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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Edgardo C.

Review by mike

"A great teacher of Afro Cuban drumming

If you are serious about wanting to become a conguero, you have come to the right place. Ain't no lie. Miguel"

San Francisco, CA teacher:
Edgardo C.

Review by Richie

"Carl is very patient and kind. My son has had a wonderful experience so far!"

Las Vegas, NV teacher:
Carl C.

Review by Skyler

"Josh was my drum line instructor during my last year of high school, and he was the only instructor I have ever had who has not only taught me how to impr

ove my playing, but he's given me the fundamental blocks that I needed in order to improve my musicianship all around. He has had a great influence on my life, not just my music, and I would recommend him to any student at any level."

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Detroit, MI teacher:
Joshua M.

Review by Melinda

"Josh was my drum line instructor the last last two years of high school ('08-'10). You honestly couldn't ask for a better instructor. He made some of the

hardest rhythms look so easy, and even had everyone else being able to do it in no time. Which having five bass drummers doing it together can be very challenging. Very patient with all his students and very personable. He gives you everything you could possibly need to succeed. I would highly recommend Josh!"

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Detroit, MI teacher:
Joshua M.

Review by Ancelyn Avila

"Bo knows percussion! I am impressed with his knowledge and skill. I am excited to learn more, and feel I am discovering a whole new world."

Las Vegas, NV teacher:
Bo W.

Review by Marta

"Carmen has been my son's teacher for last three years. He started when he was eleven, and now he is going to join his high school symphonic band after su

ccessfully auditioning for it. Two things stand out in Carmen's approach to teaching: 1st is her constant readiness to find ways to make students excited about learning and willing to do the work, 2nd is staying positive and encouraging all the time."

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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Carmen C.

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Popular Percussion Teachers

Daniel F.

Lithonia, GA

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Al P.

Phoenix, AZ

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Travis B.

Mesa, AZ

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Daniel F.

Reviews

Steven T. September 1, 2014
Bass Guitar ·
In studio Verified Student

Daniel is a excellent instructor. He's very patience, knowledgeable and easy to get along with. I cant wait for our next lesson to learn some more. I tried on my own and was going to give up but Daniel has shown me that I can learn to play bass.

teresa F. March 26, 2013
Trumpet Verified Student

Challenging

My son enjoyed his lessons with Daniel. He appreciated how he was challenged at each session and always looked forward to next lesson.

We will definitely request Daniel again in the future.

MarysiaT July 16, 2012

Exceeds Expectations

Mr. Daniel not only teaches the art, but perfects your technique. My son is enjoying his lessons.

Al P.

I am a multi purpose percussionist. I can show you proper technique on most...such as shakers, tambourine, bongo/conga drums, tympani, mallet instruments and all other bells and whistles you need for a percussion blowout!

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Matty N. July 27, 2015
Drum ·
In studio Verified Student

Al is knowledgeable, flexible, and a joy to take lessons with!

Matty N. July 27, 2015
Drum ·
In studio Verified Student

Al is knowledgeable, flexible

Debbie R. April 17, 2015
Drum ·
In studio Verified Student

WE LOVE OUR DRUM INSTRUCTOR! My son was an extremely high energy very distracted five year old when we started lessons with Mr. Al. Let's just say that my son is not an easy student, but our son had already developed an obsessive attachment to music, most intensely to drums. We expected someone would be able to teach him drums, but we also got someone who is patient, flexible, understanding, and always respectful and kind to our son. We see Mr. Al in his home studio, and at now at seven years old, Joey's skill has definitely progressed. In fact, his learning has a momentum that our entire family can see. But Mr. Al has given Joey so much more than just that. Joey's love of music has flourished beyond measure. Joey now tells Mr. Al that he loves him after every lesson, WOW! We have been so pleased that my seventeen year old daughter now also takes lessons with Mr. Al too. Mr. Al is the perfect instructor for us. My kids think he's cool, and we think he's just fantastic all the way around!

Aaron B.

Ryan K.

Yuichi H.

Aaron B.

Scholastic methods and rudiments, sight reading, timing, dynamics, and all of the fundamentals for percussion in concert band, marching band, drum corps, and orchestra.

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Michelle M. August 18, 2014
Drum ·
In studio Verified Student

Aaron is a great instructor! I've been taking drum lessons with Aaron for over 2 years. He brings enthusiasm and positive energy into each lesson. He is very talented, and his passion for drumming is evident in the way he teaches. Lessons are always fun. Aaron is patient and encouraging. I have a very random work schedule, and Aaron is always willing to accommodate me when scheduling a lesson.

ScottB2 July 1, 2011

Good Job! Listens to my feedback and then challenges me with it.

RebeccaB1 August 9, 2009

Gramma

The kids are ver excited about the lessons - Like Aaron. We can see that the are really learning and able to apply the lessons to their music.

Ryan K.

Ryan is knowledgable along a wide spectrum of hand percussion, including more traditional forces, such as Latin percussion technique (conga/bongos/shakers/accessory percussion), as well as the middle eastern tabla (doumbek/derbekke), indian tabla, and mallet percussion, such as timpani instruction. Ryan teaches on a MalletKat which can be used for all keyboard percussion needs including marimba, xylo, and vibes. Ryan also has experience adapting all of these to the drum set or in being played in conjunction with a kit set up.

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Raz B. May 3, 2013
Drum Verified Student

Great Teacher

Ryan has been teaching Drum lesson to my 8 years old son for last 3 months. My son is a very challenging student and has problem focusing and paying attention. I am really amazed that he actually learnt and playing music.

Sharon B. April 6, 2013
Drum Verified Student

excellent instructor for drums and piano!

Ryan is an exceptional music instructor. He has been giving guidance to my 13 year old son on drums and piano for 3-4 months and my son's abilities have dramatically soared. Ryan is equally talented on both instruments and offers top notch dual instruction. Ryan is a true musician and knows how to communicate the language of music on various levels to my son. He observes and instructs accordingly.
My son is so excited after each lesson that he comes home and practices both instruments on his own, without having to be prompted. My son plays both instruments now with so much more style and exuberance. Ryan is extremely professional, soft spoken and gifted on his own. I would highly recommend Ryan as a music instructor for kids and adults.

GozdeF December 23, 2011

Alex's mom

Ryan is an excellent teacher. Thanks to his amazing knowledge of the subject matter, impressive creativity, support and patience, my son always looks forward to Ryan's lessons. Ryan always supports my son's passion to learn to play the piano and drums, and he successfully manages to direct my son's energy into something productive, which motivates my son to learn even more. So, thank you, Ryan, for everything!

Yuichi H.

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Ikuko S. May 11, 2013
Drum Verified Student

Great Teacher

Yuichi has been a really great teacher for our 7 years old son. He is very patient and really great with kids. He's made a real effort to get our son interested in drumming and music more generally, introducing to different sounds, rhythms and types of music. My son really enjoys his lesson and is making good progress!

David S. November 6, 2012 Verified Student

Inspiring teacher

Yuichi inspires you to improve, and shows you how. Simple as that.

MelissaW January 6, 2012

Our son is 7 years old and started drum lessons with Yuichi several months ago. My son absolutely loves his classes with Yuichi and would go more than once a week if he could. We are very happy with Yuichi. He makes the lesson fun and interesting for our son, and at the same time teaching him what he needs to know so he continues to make progress. He is a great match for our son.

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Percussion Lessons

As you’re probably aware the drums are among the most popular percussion instruments and they are played across a wide variety of genres. However, the scope of percussion instruments goes way beyond the drums. In fact, there are so many members of this instrument family we couldn’t even begin to name them all in this short introduction. Contrary to the common notion, percussion instruments do not simply exist to provide highlights or accents within musical scores. In fact, one of the unique parts about percussion is that they make compositions livelier due to the pulse and rhythm they provide. These instruments create sound by being hit, shaken, rubbed, scraped, and other methods intended to make them vibrate. You can learn these techniques, as well as others, simply by enrolling in our percussion lessons available in a city near you! So search our site for teachers that specialize in various percussion instruments suck as Idiophones (wood block, crash cymbals, marimba, celesta), Membranophones (tom-toms, snare drum, timpani), Ethnic/World percussion (bodhran, djembe, gamelan, steelpan, tabla, dhol, berimbau, timbal), and Latin American percussive instruments (congas, bongos, timbales, maracas, gourds, shakers, cowbells).